“DEM’s clamming workshops are some of our most popular offerings to the public and once again we will be holding them in the East Bay, West Bay, and South County to make them as accessible as we can. Historically and culturally important, a staple of local food traditions, clamming brings families and friends together. That’s first and foremost. These workshops also remind us, however, that Rhode Island’s monumental, decades-long efforts to clean Narragansett Bay are paying off,” said DEM Director Janet Coit.

All materials and equipment will be provided to those participating.

Registration is required as space is limited.

The Workshops

During the workshops, participants will learn how to harvest and prepare quahogs.

Participants will also learn how to dig for clams and the management strategies that have kept Rhode Island in the clamming industry.

The following are scheduled:

Saturday, June 16 | 3 PM – 6 PM

Colt State Park, Bristol

Thursday, July 12| 12 PM – 3 PM

Rocky Point State Park, Warwick

Friday, August 10| 11 AM – 2 PM

Colt State Park, Bristol

Tuesday, August 14 |3 PM – 6 PM

North Kingstown Town Beach, North Kingstown

Monday, August 27 | 1 PM – 4 PM

Rocky Point State Park, Warwick

Saturday, September 8 | 11 AM – 2 PM

Rocky Point State Park, Warwick

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